What happened
Iran is facing increasing pressure both domestically and internationally, with President Trump predicting the regime's imminent collapse. The Iranian currency, the rial, has hit a record low, and Trump has stated that the country is struggling under the pressure.
The Iranian government has responded to the pressure with threats, including a warning that regional infrastructure could be targeted. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has also issued an open letter to American voters, urging them to reject Trump in the upcoming midterm elections.
Gen. Hossein Mohebbi, a spokesman for the IRGC, questioned whether it is time for the US to change its policies and for the American people to demand an end to policies of aggression. Meanwhile, security forces in Iran are increasing their presence in major cities, with patrols and checkpoints being set up amidst fears of wider unrest.
In related news, US military forces are set to leave their final bases in Iraq, raising concerns about the potential influence of Iran and ISIS in the region. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has also held talks with Gulf leaders about limiting Iranian proxies, and has warned that Israel's enemies may attempt an attack before the country's upcoming election.
